Los Angeles, CA Social Security office at 12429 Avalon Blvd, 90061
12429 Avalon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90061
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving Los Angeles County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Los Angeles and 5 nearby communities, roughly 151,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Compton, about 2.9 miles away.
- offices in Los Angeles
- 7
- nearby towns served
- 5
- people in service area
- 151K
- to next-nearest office
- 2.9 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- Los Angeles County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 836-1558
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Los Angeles office hours
Hours belowOpen 9am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and federal holidays.
| Monday | 9am to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 4pm |
| Friday | 9am to 4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you visit
- Most services now require an appointment. Call ahead at (877) 836-1558 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one.
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number.
- Bring original documents for your request, for a new or replacement card, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status.
- Many tasks don't need a visit: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.
Directions to the Los Angeles office
- Office is located on Avalon Boulevard and 126th Street.
- North of El Segundo and south of 120th Street.
- East of San Pedro St.
- West of Central Avenue.
- Across the Street from the Earvin "Magic" Johnson park.
- Entrance is on 126th Street.
Los Angeles office location
Services at the Los Angeles Social Security office
Staff at the Los Angeles office handle the full range of Social Security business, including:
- Apply for a new or replacement Social Security card
- Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), or SSI benefits
- Change your name on your Social Security record
- Update direct deposit and mailing address
- Request proof of benefits or a benefit verification letter
- Get help enrolling in Medicare
- Check the status of an application or appeal
Want to prepare first? See our guides on getting an award letter, checking your earnings record, and when to claim retirement.
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Los Angeles office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willowbrook, CA | Los Angeles office | 1.6 mi |
| West Rancho Dominguez, CA | Los Angeles office | 1.8 mi |
| West Athens, CA | Los Angeles office | 2.2 mi |
| Westmont, CA | Los Angeles office | 2.6 mi |
| Gardena, CA | Los Angeles office | 3.3 mi |
Other Social Security offices near Los Angeles
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Frequently asked questions about the Los Angeles office
- The Los Angeles office is generally open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, and closed on weekends and federal holidays. The live status and full weekly hours are at the top of this page, call ahead, as hours can change.
- Do I need an appointment at the Los Angeles office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 836-1558 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 836-1558 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Los Angeles, this is the closest office for about 5 surrounding communities, including Willowbrook, West Rancho Dominguez, West Athens, Westmont, Gardena. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Compton, about 2.9 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
- In most states you can request a replacement card online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, no office visit needed. You can also check applications, request benefit letters, and update direct deposit there.